Operation Panel Screen Rotation for Multi-View Visibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Operators of processing machines with operation panels face inefficiencies when frequently switching between multiple screens, as existing multi-display and split display functions either obscure or distort the screen aspect ratio, making it difficult to view multiple screens simultaneously.
Innovation Solution
A processing machine with an operation panel that allows switching between one and two screen displays, where the screens can be rotated 90° when switching, maintaining a consistent aspect ratio and improving visibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If multi-display function is used to display multiple screens, then the operator can view multiple screens simultaneously, but the below overlapped screen cannot be viewed by the operator
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from overlapping 2D screen display to a 3D spatial arrangement where screens are positioned at different depths and angles. The lower screen is rotated and positioned below the horizontal plane, allowing both screens to be simultaneously visible without overlap, effectively using the third dimension (vertical depth) to resolve the visibility conflict.
2Loss of information
If split display function is used to split the screen into two screens, then the operator can view two screens, but an aspect ratio changes since the screen is reduced without change and the displayed screen is difficult for the operator to view
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of splitting a single screen into two smaller displays that change aspect ratio, the patent segments the display system into two separate screen units. Each screen maintains its original aspect ratio and resolution, and they are positioned spatially separated from each other, allowing both to display full-screen content without distortion.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses spatial separation in three-dimensional space to accommodate multiple screens. By positioning screens at different locations and orientations in 3D space rather than compressing them into a single 2D plane, each screen can maintain its native aspect ratio while still providing multi-screen functionality.
3Loss of information
If the operator frequently switches the operation panel screen display to confirm output states, then the operator can view different information, but work efficiency is bad
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables continuous monitoring of multiple screens simultaneously without requiring the operator to switch between them. By positioning both screens in the operator's field of view at appropriate angles and distances, the operator can continuously observe multiple information streams without interruption, maintaining continuous productive action.
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AI summary
There is provided a processing machine and a processing machine line for which it is easy for an operator to view a screen display, including an operation panel with a free vertical and horizontal posture of a display in which a longitudinal dimension and a lateral dimension are different, in which a first display aspect which displays one screen that is displayed on the display and a second display aspect which is disposed lined up with two screens are switched. Switch buttons are set in order to perform switching between the first display aspect screen and the second display aspect screen, and the first display aspect screen and the second display aspect screen are mutually switched by operating the switching button, and during the switching, are rotated 90° with respect to the display.